Investing in Alpacas

The potential for growth in this new industry is phenomenal as very few people have yet to meet an alpaca. Traditional farmers can use alpacas as a means of diversification. No other farm animal can equal the alpaca in offering sound investment returns from easily managed animals on small acreage. Due to the small size of the existing herd, the slow reproduction rate and the difficulty in importing alpacas, the alpaca industry will be focused on breeding stock for many years to come.

The Alpaca Market

Demand for alpacas in the U.S. and Canada is high. Sales are usually off the farm, but there are several regional sales per year. Virtually all alpacas are registered and blood-typed. An alpaca that is not registered should not be used for breeding.

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